Celebs rallying for Stand Up to Cancer US telethon Aug 27, 2008
They'll join previously announced participants including Salma Hayek, Scarlett Johansson, Lance Armstrong, America Ferrera, Meryl Streep, Charlize Theron and Forest Whitaker. The celebrities will deliver an evening of "edutainment," said executive producer Laura Ziskin, a cancer survivor who helped establish the event and the nonprofit group behind it. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Greatest athlete of all time moniker a tricky one Aug 23, 2008
After Lance Armstrong won seven Tour de France titles, there were plenty of scribes proclaiming him to be peerless in the world of sport. Muhammad Ali, Tiger Woods, Bjorn Borg -- all can lay claim to being the greatest athlete of all time, depending on who you listen to. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Read more... Aug 22, 2008
As of today, celebrities confirmed for the broadcast (both for personal appearances or answering telephone calls) include: Casey Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Christina Applegate, Lance Armstrong, Abigail Breslin, Josh Brolin, David Cook, Katie Couric, Dana Delany, Fran Drescher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Kirsten Dunst, Elizabeth Edwards, Jon Favreau, America Ferrera, Charles Gibson, Neil Patrick Harris, Salma Hayek, Scarlett Johansson, Masi Oka, Danica Patrick, Christina Ricci, Robin Roberts, Homer... (PNN Online)
Who is perfect athlete? Ask the Olympians Aug 21, 2008
"The perfect athlete is Lance Armstrong," said Nastia Liukin, the American gymnast who won gold in the woman's all-around event. "What he achieved, no other human has or, in my opinion, will. It's hard enough surviving cancer, but winning seven Tour de France titles after that is amazing.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
From leukemia to gold, Dutch swimmer wins 10-kilometer race Aug 21, 2008
Lance Armstrong epic. " Van der Weijden was diagnosed with leukemia in 2001. He came back in 2003 and began swimming faster than before he had the disease. He now commits a large portion of his time to raising awareness for leukemia. "Because of the treatment I got, the stem cell transplants, I had the luck to recover," Van der Weijden said. "The stem cell transplants are because of research worldwide for cancer. (International Herald Tribune)
After beating leukemia, Dutch swimmer takes open-water gold Aug 21, 2008
"He's a great guy. He's obviously been to the depths in his personal life and to come back is a great story. Lance Armstrong epic.". Van der Weijden was diagnosed with leukemia in 2001. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Mariah, Miley, Beyonce Aid Cancer Cause Aug 20, 2008
Other stars expected to turn out for the hourlong fund- and awareness-raising program include Jennifer Aniston, Lance Armstrong, Katie Couric, Sally Field, Salma Hayek, Meryl Streep, Forest Whitaker and Reese Witherspoon. Founded in 2007, Stand Up to Cancer is a program of the Entertainment Industry Foundation that calls on entertainment-industry people and platforms to help fight cancer. (CBS News)
Tidbits: Beard dating Phelps? Ew, no! Aug 20, 2008
Newly single Kate Hudson is allegedly in the market for a rebound romance following her split from Tour de France champ Lance Armstrong. Slide show. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Kate back with Owen? Aug 20, 2008
The 'Fool's Gold' actress is said to have been bombarding the 'Wedding Crashers' star with phone calls since her split from cyclist Lance Armstrong last month, and although her old flame initially wasnt interested, he is now considering rebuilding their relationship for a third time. A source said: "He was frosty at first. He felt betrayed when she dumped him for his friend Lance. But after a while, he caved in and has been sweet to her.". (iAfrica.com)
Kate Hudson reportedly wants Owen Wilson back Aug 20, 2008
Kate Hudson is reportedly trying to reconcile with Owen Wilson, bombarding him with phone calls since her split from Lance Armstrong ... The "Fool's Gold" actress is said to have been bombarding the "Wedding Crashers" star with phone calls since her split from cyclist Lance Armstrong last month, and although her old flame initially wasn't interested, he is now considering rebuilding their relationship for a third time. (Xinhuanet, China)
A whopping 83 percent of teen girls play sports Aug 19, 2008
Dwight Perry of The Seattle Times writes: Seven-time Tour de France champ Lance Armstrong is the biggest H2O consumer in Austin, Texas earning himself a $1,630 bill for June after his 1. 1-acre abode sucked up a whopping 222,900 gallons. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Mariah, Miley, Beyonce join voices to fight cancer Aug 19, 2008
All 15 singers will share the stage to perform the song live on Sept. 5 during the "Stand Up to Cancer" television special, set to air simultaneously on ABC, NBC and CBS. Other stars expected to turn out for the hourlong fund- and awareness-raising program include Jennifer Aniston, Lance Armstrong, Katie Couric, Sally Field, Salma Hayek, Meryl Streep, Forest Whitaker and Reese Witherspoon. Founded in 2007, Stand Up to Cancer is a program of the Entertainment Industry Foundation that calls on... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
TEAM OBAMA ALL OVER BOOK NOOK Aug 18, 2008
A fund-raiser for the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Think Sean Penn with Hugo Chavez, Scarlett Johansson for , John McCain invoking Paris Hilton's name. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Birkestrand: Feeling good Aug 18, 2008
Combine that with the fact I've never been in a race that involved swimming or biking - and let's face it, I'm no Michael Phelps or Lance Armstrong - there's really no reason for me to want anything more out of this triathlon than to finish. So, I have no delusions about finishing high in my age group or even in the middle of the entire pack. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Tory Burch makes her splash in S.F. Aug 18, 2008
After her divorce, Burch dated cyclist Lance Armstrong for a while, and is now single. She has three sons (11-year-old twins and a 7-year-old) who live with her, and three older stepdaughters with whom she's close. (San Francisco Chronicle)
In this era, all feats make you wonder Aug 17, 2008
I hope Lance Armstrong was clean. I hope for peace in the world and short lines at Disneyland and cheap summer electric bills. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Phelps always finds a way Aug 17, 2008
You get a sense that even if Craig Ehlo and Bryon Russell were guarding Michael Jordan together, he would shoot over or around them; if Tiger Woods was surrounded by an ocean and a desert, he could birdie the 18th; if Lance Armstrong had to cycle the Tour de France vertically, he could reach the roof before the Italian team crossed the street on flat pavement; and if someone drafted a 4x6 goalie, he still couldn't stop Wayne Gretzky in overtime of Game 7. Add Michael Phelps to the list of... (CNN -- Money)
Phelps' Motor Runs On 12,000 Calories A Day Aug 16, 2008
"Like Lance Armstrong, these are athletes that are off the measurable scale for determining regular metabolic rate or physiological performance," said Kotterman. "These guys are at the extreme top, so we can't apply average everyday physiology of a lay person to an elite athlete like these. They are genetically gifted and trained.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Celizic: Phelps world's greatest athlete ever Aug 15, 2008
The world has seen a lot of great athletes Jim Thorpe, Paavo Nurmi, Jesse Owens, Carl Lewis, Michael Jordan, Jim Brown, Tiger Woods, Pele, Lance Armstrong to name the obvious ones ... Were pretty much left with Lance Armstrong and his record seven consecutive Tour de France titles, and Phelps with his 12 Olympic gold medals, including six so far in these Games. (MSNBC -- Sports)
LETTERS: NCT, August 14, 2008 Aug 15, 2008
" The question of who will be McCains running mate is more important in one respect, because McCain, due to his health and age, is much less likely to serve out his term; but is less important in the final analysis because McCain will not be elected to begin with. Focal Point wrote on Aug 14, 2008 10:59 AM:Chuck[-] wrote on Aug 14, 2008 9:43 AM: Do you have any facts,figures,reports,documentation or findings from the IRS regarding Lance Armstrong Foundation? hardtack wrote on Aug 14, 2008... (North County Times)
Tidbits: Kevin Jonas takes sides in teen-queen feud Aug 13, 2008
Why Kate and Lance splitThe news that they were an item seemed to come out of nowhere, and just three months later, it was splitsville for Kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong. What went wrong for the whirlwind couple. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Cancer Won't Stop U.S. Swimmer Aug 12, 2008
Dr. Lawrence Einhorn, who helped cycling champion Lance Armstrong overcome testicular cancer, assured Shanteau he has better than a 95 percent chance of surviving the cancer, which is Stage 1. Stage 1 means Shanteau has the slowest growing form of the disease. (Fox News)
French-dissed Aug 12, 2008
Even with the great Michael Phelps - who might just deserve to be in the same category as Tiger Woods and Lance Armstrong for dominance in his sport - swimming the first leg, the U.S. found itself trailing Australia early. Olympic rookie Garrett Weber-Gale made up the gap on the second leg and actually handed Cullen Jones a brief led by the time he entered the pool for the third leg. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Lance Armstrong 2nd in mountain bike race Aug 11, 2008
Lance Armstrong crosses the finish line of the Leadville 100 mountain bike race on Saturday ... - Not since his last victory ride down the Champs-Elysees in 2005 has a finish line looked so sensational to Lance Armstrong. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Happy mother Kate Hudson Aug 11, 2008
Hudson who recently split from her cycling champion boyfriend Lance Armstrong revealed she always ensures she and Ryder stay in touch with Black Crowes frontman Robinson. She said: "Ryder and I iChat with Chris constantly. No matter what is going on in my life, relationship-wise, Chris takes absolute precedence. It's important for Ryder to hear me say how wonderful Chris is, and how much Chris misses him.". (iAfrica.com)
Armstrong gets back on a bike Aug 10, 2008
Lance Armstrong trails eventual winner Dave Wiens, left, in the 'Race Across the Sky ... Advertisements Arnie Stapleton, The Associated Press LEADVILLE, COLO. - Not since his last victory ride down the Champs-Elysees in 2005 has a finish line looked so sensational to Lance Armstrong. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NYC closes streets, created urban playground Aug 10, 2008
Bike-loving celebrities Lance Armstrong and David Byrne are helping Mayor Michael Bloomberg launch the experiment. It emulates similar initiatives in cities around the world in aiming to create a livable, ecologically gentle urban environment. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Lance Armstrong finishes 2nd Aug 10, 2008
Not since his last victory ride down the Champs-Elysees in 2005 has a finish line looked so sensational to Lance Armstrong. The seven-time Tour de France champion took second place in the Leadville Trail 100 on Saturday, pushing six-time defending champion Dave Wiens to a record time in the "Race Across the Sky," a lung-searing 100-mile mountain bike race through the Rockies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Amber Neben, cyclist who beat cancer Aug 10, 2008
Like her famous fellow cyclist Lance Armstrong, Neben beat the cancer. She gets skin checks every four months and visits the oncologist every six months, but she's healthy and more vigilant. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Sports news briefs (Today) Aug 10, 2008
Lance Armstrong finished second in the Leadville Trail 100 mountain bike race in Colorado, pushing six-time champion Dave Wiens to a record time. It was Armstrong's first competitive bicycle race since winning his seventh consecutive Tour de France in 2005. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Armstrong Finishes 2nd In Return To Racing Aug 10, 2008
Get breaking news, daily headlines and more. Mountain Bike Race First For Armstrong Since 2005 Tour De France. (WNBC.com, NY)
John Edwards admits to affair he denied as candidate Aug 9, 2008
lauren wrote on Aug 8, 2008 11:28 PM:" Lance Armstrong did not cheat on his wife with Cheryl Crowe...and Cheryl Crowe never was his wife. They never married. In addition, McCain did cheat on his first wife. He admitted to more then one affair during the latter part of the marriage. This went on after his first wife was seriously injured in an auto accident. Therefore, he also cheated on an ill wife. He married the current wife (Cindy) one month after his divorce. Cindy also has something of a... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Journey of Hope Aug 9, 2008
He called Lance Armstrong coach Chris Carmichael's personal training company, and ended up hiring one of the company's main trainers. Under the guidance of his trainer, Johnson began a strict exercise regiment, conditioning his body by cycling up the hills between Cle Elum and Ellensburg on Highway 97, he said. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Scottsdale's eSoles ahead in orthotics Aug 9, 2008
Hinshaw competed for the U.S. Postal Service Masters cycling team - the same team for which Lance Armstrong raced. He said members of the team were having difficulty with cycling shoes and started looking into the problem. (AZCentral -- Business)
A2B electric bike is a smooth, green ride Aug 9, 2008
Better still, pretend you're Lance Armstrong just pedal as with any bike; it has a 7-speed sprocket. It didn't take long for me to get comfortable on the late stage prototype I tested. (USA Today -- Tech)
Tidbits: Kate Hudson wont kiss and tell Aug 8, 2008
The Fools Gold star never publicly acknowledged her romance and subsequent breakup with Tour de France champ Lance Armstrong. In fact, theres only one former flame shes willing to open up about her ex-husband, Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
* Sport Briefs Aug 8, 2008
Lance Armstrong is set to race in the Leadville Trail 100 tomorrow, a grueling 161km race in the Rockies that draws 1,000 mountain bike riders and left Floyd Landis battered and bleeding last year. Armstrongs appearance in the 15th annual Race Across the Sky is the hugest thing thats happened to Leadville since we discovered gold, said Ken Chlouber, the races co-founder. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Gas prices driving people to use alternative modes of transportation Aug 8, 2008
"You don't have to be Lance Armstrong to appreciate a really nice bike," he said. Mary Halstrum can be reached at (515) 232-2161, Ext. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Nike Offers Free Trips to Australia for Five Runners and Their Guests on The Nike+ Human Race 10K Plane Fueled by Air New Zealand Aug 8, 2008
Participants will be able to run for a worthy cause and support the three official Nike+ Human Race charitable partners: the Lance Armstrong Foundation uniting people in the fight against cancer; WWF - the global conservation organization addressing the causes and impacts of climate change; and the UN refugee agency's campaign bringing sport and education to refugee youth ... Participants will be able to run for a cause as a portion of funds raised will be donated to three Nike+ Human... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cancer has Shanteau swimming for his life Aug 7, 2008
" Shanteau has spoken to another sportsman who fought the disease, cyclist Lance Armstrong. He said it was "pretty cool having someone like that supporting me". Shanteau revealed that the diagnosis had helped his swimming. "A lot of times when you get to an event like this, you can put too much pressure on yourself, and I've got an out in cancer," he said. "It keeps things in perspective for me. There's a lot more to life than the Olympic Games, and having learnt that lesson really quickly has... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tour de France champ coming to KCK Aug 7, 2008
Prior to Lance Armstrong s triumphs in France, LeMond was widely considered the greatest American cyclist in history. Tickets are still on sale at. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Olympic Games: Researchers Explore What Makes Better Athletes, The Physiology Of Performance, And More Aug 7, 2008
Lance Armstrong also showed marked improvements in his efficiency when he returned to bicycle racing after beating cancer and that clearly helped him win the Tour de France seven times. Most world-class athletes have a high VO2 max or, as Dr. Joyner says, "They all have big engines and high lactate thresholds because they've been training hard for a long time. Their muscles have adapted to run very fast without releasing a lot of lactic acid. "In cycling for example, when Lance Armstrong came... (Science Daily)
Shanteaus cancer battle inspires US team Aug 7, 2008
Shanteau said he drew inspiration in his coming battle through legendary American multi Tour de France-winning cyclist Lance Armstrong, who was also diagnosed with testicular cancer but fought it through chemotherapy and surgery and eventually recovered ... The easy answer is Lance Armstrong. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Armstrong predicts top-5 finish at Leadville 100 Aug 7, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) -- Lance Armstrong is set to race in the Leadville Trail 100 on Saturday, a grueling 100-mile race in the Rockies of 1,000 mountain bike riders that left Floyd Landis battered and bleeding last year ... "Dave Wiens is super human. He's just as fantastic on mountain bikes as Lance Armstrong is on road bikes," Chlouber said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Armstrong to race in Leadville Aug 7, 2008
Advertisements Lance Armstrong is scheduled to race in the Leadville Trail 100 on Saturday, a grueling 100-mile race in the Rockies of 1,000 mountain bike riders that left Floyd Landis battered and bleeding last year. Armstrong's appearance in the 15th annual Race Across the Sky is the " 'hugest' thing that's happened to Leadville since we discovered gold," said Ken Chlouber, the race's co-founder. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Defiant Hackett says evolution of swimsuit design necessary for thesport Aug 6, 2008
AUSTRALIAN swimming captain Grant Hackett has asked why nobody ever questioned Michael Jordan's new Nike shoes or Lance Armstrong's futuristic bicycles yet such a fuss has raged over the latest technology in swimsuit design, with debate likely to continue to bubble through the Olympic swimming program ... "There isn't [a big deal] in other sports. We wanted to see Michael Jordan jump higher in his day, we want to see Roger Federer play better tennis, we want to see Lance Armstrong on a better... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Wheels on fire, take two Aug 6, 2008
The Bay Area is a hotbed of cycling, and I figured a lot of people would take exception to my characterization of the slim rude guy with the Lance Armstrong fantasy, heedlessly bombing down the bike path in a race against something - mortality, maybe, or boredom. And I did get letters, and a lot of them were from bicyclists. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Life in the Village Aug 5, 2008
Our neighbor was Lance Armstrong and I thought that was just amazing because I thought he was the man, Jimbo said. He was really cool and everyone there just really appreciated everyone else. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Sheryl Crow gets serious about music, motherhood and making a difference Aug 5, 2008
It's been two years since the celebrated singer-songwriter faced down the biggest challenge of her life: Just weeks after the breakdown of her high-profile engagement to cyclist Lance Armstrong, she was met with an out-of-the-blue diagnosis of breast cancer. It was a one-two punch that took Crow out of the public eye for several months, as she underwent surgery and radiation treatment. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Harrity takes aim at 14th N.H. Women's Amateur title Aug 5, 2008
In 2005, Lance Armstrong crossed the finish line holding up seven fingers to show he had just won his seventh Tour de France. The fans and players of Auburn University also took Armstrong's lead when they raised six fingers of their own after winning six consecutive Iron Bowls against the University of Alabama. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Competing images of the Games Aug 4, 2008
As he won his seventh consecutive Tour, Lance Armstrong stood at the Arc de Triomphe and shot back at skeptics: "I'm sorry you can't dream. I'm sorry you don't believe in miracles." Perhaps he felt the doping police singled him out unfairly. I can't speak for them. (Boston Globe)
Tidbits: Wedding bells for Reese and Jake? Aug 4, 2008
Kate Hudson caught kissing her ex-husbandJust days after Kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong went their separate ways, the tabloid grapevine had the actress in the arms of her ex-boyfriend, former hockey pro Eric Lindros. Slide show. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
'Bachchan Tour cancelled by mutual decision' Aug 3, 2008
Lance Armstrong decided to break up with Kate Hudson because he felt she was too clingy. 2005-2008 Diligent Media Corporation Ltd. All rights reserved. (Daily News & Analysis)
Report: Lance Armstrong Split With Kate Hudson Because She Was 'Too Needy' Aug 2, 2008
Report: Lance Armstrong Split With Kate Hudson Because She Was 'Too Needy ... Lance Armstrong's recent split from actress Kate Hudson was caused because she was "just too needy," an associate at Armstrong's LiveStrong foundation told the Chicago Sun-Times. (Fox News)
Family and friends greet bicyclist Aug 2, 2008
The Halls returned to town 121 days and more than 12,000 miles later, having raised awareness and 120,000 for two cancer charities The Lance Armstrong Livestrong Foundation, and the Susan Butcher Family Center in Anchorage. A chronicle of the Hall s journey, and their fund-raising efforts is available through the BRAA Web site, www. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Bradman family sues in Don's name Aug 2, 2008
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. August 2, 2008 - 11:24AM. (The Age, Australia)
Kate with a new beau? Aug 2, 2008
Kate Hudson reportedly has a new boyfriend just days after breaking up with Lance Armstrong. The Fools Gold star who ended her three-month romance with the 36-year-old cyclist this week has been seen with a new man, her former hockey star ex-boyfriend Eric Lindros. (iAfrica.com)
Kate, Lance call it a day Aug 1, 2008
US actress Kate Hudson, 29, and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong, 36, have separated after a three-month romance, US Weekly reports. "There was no drama or ugliness, they just decided to end things," the US magazine quoted a source close to the couple as saying. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
LETTERS: NCT, July 31, 2008 Aug 1, 2008
Riding his bicycle with Lance Armstrong. Look at him now. (North County Times)
Blasting continues in bid to reopen Highway 99 Aug 1, 2008
" Oliver said the Transportation Ministry conducts regular inspections on the Sea-to-Sky Highway, and will step up inspections between now and 2010. The particular stretch where the slide occurred was last rebolted five years ago. Oliver said a statistical analysis by UBC earth and ocean science professor Oldrich Hungr put the probability of a large rock slide hurtling across the Sea-to-Sky Highway during the Olympics at one in 500.But Hungr said yesterday that may not be accurate. The... (The Province)
'See-saw' economy falls back in May Aug 1, 2008
"High levels of natural gas inventories in Canada led producers to lower their output, while production difficulties affected oil extraction on several occasions. Ads by Google Inside the . Kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong... Once a mere reflection of the ... Scientists have confirmed that... There is something deliciously... Stephenie Meyer's vampire series... The foundation was laid for Robin... Although the future team colors... Newspapers: Television: Marketplace:... (Ottawa Citizen)
Kate, Lance split Jul 31, 2008
Just three months after they began dating, Kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong have split. The actress and cyclist ended their relationship over the weekend during the Lance Armstrong Live-strong Summit in Columbus, Ohio, Us Weekly reports. (Boston Globe)
McQuaid’s blunt remark says it all Jul 31, 2008
I give Lance Armstrong the benefit of the doubt. I don t think anyone has proven that he was guilty of any wrongdoing, despite some assertions otherwise. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Hudson, Armstrong reportedly split Jul 31, 2008
Kate Hudson, Lance Armstrong reportedly split up ... Kate Hudson, Lance Armstrong reportedly split up ... Kate, 29, and Lance, 36, had been seen at various events together, including his three-day Lance Armstrong Livestrong Summit in Columbus, Ohio, last weekend - where they finally decided to part ways. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Hudson, Armstrong romance is over Jul 31, 2008
There was no drama or ugliness they just decided to end things, a source close to kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong toldUs Weekly magazine ... LOS ANGELES - Just three months after they began dating, Kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong have split ... The actress and cyclist ended their short-lived relationship over the weekend during the Lance Armstrong Livestrong Summit in Columbus, Ohio, Us Weekly reports. (MSNBC -- News)
